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DE03 AKO

2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,707 mi
Last recorded14,707 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK57,257 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 AKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 SK5
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 14,707 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 14,701 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 14,495 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 14,083 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 13,921 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 13,622 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 2 May 2018 13,622 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 13,461 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 13,461 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 12,960 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 12,960 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 12,837 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 12,837 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 11,933 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 7,904 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 7,494 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 7,494 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 7,315 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 6,290 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 5,188 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz 400 SK5?

Based on 1,318 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 5
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DE03 AKO is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 7,257 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE03 AKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE03 AKO registered?

DE03 AKO is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is DE03 AKO safe to buy?

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